Get Birding

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The multi-award-winning podcast helping everyone, everywhere connect with nature by discovering more about the birds around us. Hosted by actor and longtime birder, Sean Bean. Get Birding’s purpose has been recognised by awards including: British Podcast Awards 2022 & 2025: Climate & Sustainability Audio Production Awards 2024: Best New Voice, & Climate Anthem Award 2022 & Lovies Award 2023: Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Past hosts include BBC Wild Isles presenter & Strictly winner Hamza Yassin; 23 year old ornithologist & environmentalist Dr Mya-Rose Craig; and YouTuber City Girl in Nature, and our supporters include RSPB, National Trust, Natural History Museum, Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. 18 HR AGO

    Garden Symphony

    From the distinctive whistle of the Blackbird to the drumming of a Great Spotted Woodpecker, in this episode we’re tuning into the soundscape of the natural world. Host Sean Bean is joined by an all-star chorus of birders, broadcasters, and musicians to discover how listening to birdsong doesn't just lift the soul—it physically lowers your blood pressure. With contributions from NHS doctor and RSPB President Dr Amir Khan, music broadcast legends Zoë Ball and Jo Whiley, Elbow frontman and keen birder Guy Garvey, ornithologist and environmentalist Dr Mya-Rose Craig, YouTuber City Girl in Nature, beatboxer and nature sound artist Jason Singh and folk musician, nature activist and the founder of Singing with Nightingales, Sam Lee. Follow Get Birding on Instagram. This episode was produced by Hana Walker-Brown. The Executive Producer is Jane Gerber. This is a Get Birding Production.  The podcast is made in collaboration with Forest Holidays, which encourages birdwatching as part of their guests’ stays, with nature sensitive cabins available in 13 incredible locations across the UK. Use the code GETBIRDING26 when booking, for £40 off a 3-night break or £60 off a 4 or 7 night break. The code expires on 30 June 2026 and is for breaks bookable until 1 October 2026. To find out more, visit www.forestholidays.co.uk Singing With Nightingales events are hosted by nature lover and folk singer, Sam Lee. Each event is joined by a different special guest musician. The evening includes musical performances by the campfire, an ecological tour of the woods, and post-dinner tales of this majestic bird’s life, songs and folklore, culminating in the now-famous finale: a silent walk in the dark to hear our signature human-avian musical collaboration under the stars before returning to the campsite. Tickets for Singing with Nightingales are available now https://www.singingwithnightingales.co.uk/tickets Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    31 min
  2. The RSPB Big Garden Birdwatch

    22 JAN

    The RSPB Big Garden Birdwatch

    Get Birding is back for a brand new, fortnightly season—hosted by actor and longtime birder Sean Bean. In this opening episode, Sean grabs his binoculars and invites listeners into his garden to slow down, look up, and join the UK’s biggest citizen science event, the RSPB Big Garden Birdwatch. He is joined by NHS doctor and RSPB President Dr Amir Khan, fellow birder, Elbow frontman and BBC 6 Music DJ Guy Garvey; ornithologist and environmentalist Dr Mya-Rose Craig; YouTuber City Girl in Nature; and beatboxer and nature sound artist Jason Singh. The Big Garden Birdwatch runs from 23–25 January. All you need is one hour, a view outdoors, and a kettle on. Follow Get Birding on Instagram. This episode was produced by Hana Walker-Brown. The Executive Producer is Jane Gerber. This is a Get Birding Production.  The podcast is made in collaboration with Forest Holidays, which encourages birdwatching as part of their guests’ stays, with nature sensitive cabins available in 13 incredible locations across the UK. Use the code GETBIRDING26 when booking, for £40 off a 3-night break or £60 off a 4 or 7 night break. The code expires on 30 June 2026 and is for breaks bookable until 1 October 2026. To find out more, visit www.forestholidays.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    31 min
  3. Crisis Talks

    24/08/2023

    Crisis Talks

    The UK is nature-depleted and degraded, and the globe is living through climate crisis. How can we get where we need to be, empowered and living as part of a flourishing ecosystem? As Get Birding closes its third series, Kwesia learns about the citizen's assembly that created the People's Plan for Nature, which sets out a public vision for reversing declines in Britain’s biodiversity. Meanwhile she goes on a London nature walk with The Guardian's biodiversity writer Phoebe Weston, and chats to Southwark councillor James McCash about action required to protect nature. Finally, Nemone Metaxas - radio legend & therapist - delivers a mindful meditation for all of us experience eco-anxiety. Follow Get Birding on Twitter & Instagram. Series 3 of the podcast was a Peanut & Crumb production, proudly supported by Canada Water. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    39 min
  4. Music Of The Skies

    10/08/2023

    Music Of The Skies

    Can paying attention to birdsong improve our music-making skills? And why do birds sing anyway? Indie artist Albertine Sarges reveals how birdwatching in a Berlin park made her a better musician (and friend!) Professor of philosophy & music David Rothenberg goes out in the world to improvise with the wildlife. Meanwhile Nemone Metaxas - radio legend & therapist - delivers a mindful birdsong meditation. Get Birding believes that access to nature is a universal right, not a privilege. Series 3 of the podcast is a Peanut & Crumb production, presented by Kwesia aka City Girl In Nature, and proudly supported by Canada Water. Fly over to Twitter & Instagram for more updates & photos. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    27 min
  5. Safety In Nature

    27/07/2023

    Safety In Nature

    Why is the outdoors so often still seen as a male realm? How can women feel protected and at ease when out in nature? What are the risks when birding alone, and how should we mitigate them? Kwesia aka City Girl In Nature finds out ... BBC Springwatch naturalist Lucy Lapwing details a horrible incident of sexual assault she experienced whilst birding, while Sheridan Alford discusses why she set up a Black Birders Week. Get Birding believes that access to nature is a universal right, not a privilege. Series 3 of the podcast is a Peanut & Crumb production, proudly supported by Canada Water. Fly over to Twitter & Instagram for more updates & photos. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    25 min
  6. Words & Birds

    13/07/2023

    Words & Birds

    Iconic actor Alison Steadman and bestselling author Jonathan Franzen talk about how a love of birds inspires creativity. Meanwhile host Kwesia aka City Girl In Nature delivers some nature-inspired spoken word poetry. Get Birding believes that access to nature is a universal right, not a privilege. Series 3 of the podcast is a Peanut & Crumb production, proudly supported by Canada Water. Fly over to Twitter & Instagram for more updates & photos. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    31 min
  7. Nesting

    29/06/2023

    Nesting

    As well as being a podcast presenter & wildlife ambassador, Kwesia aka City Girl In Nature is a new mother & qualified doula. In this episode she asks what we can learn about parenting by observing birds with their chicks. Nathalie Mahieu shows how to spot Peregrine Falcons nesting in the heart of London. Writer and podcaster Charlie Bingham gives tips on how to get kids engaged with nature. And behavioural ecologist Antone Martinho-Truswell gives his expert analysis on the similarities between birds & humans giving birth. Get Birding believes that access to nature is a universal right, not a privilege. Series 3 of the podcast is a Peanut & Crumb production, proudly supported by Canada Water. Fly over to Twitter & Instagram for more updates & photos. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    30 min
  8. City Girl In Nature

    15/06/2023

    City Girl In Nature

    Get Birding returns for another series, making birdwatching & nature accessible for all. Your new host is the inspirational Kwesia aka City Girl In Nature. Episode 1 finds Kwesia exploring busy, bustling London, in search of emotional wellbeing, nature, and feathered friends. What better first guest than David Lindo, who made his name as the original Urban Birder? Lindo spells out some home truths about the lack of diversity in wildlife media. Meanwhile Nemone Metaxas - radio legend & therapist - delivers a mindful meditation for city dwellers. Kwesia also hears from record breaking global birder Noah Strycker, as well as David Mooney of the London Wildlife Trust. Follow Get Birding on Twitter & Instagram. Series 3 of the podcast is a Peanut & Crumb production, proudly supported by Canada Water. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    37 min
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The multi-award-winning podcast helping everyone, everywhere connect with nature by discovering more about the birds around us. Hosted by actor and longtime birder, Sean Bean. Get Birding’s purpose has been recognised by awards including: British Podcast Awards 2022 & 2025: Climate & Sustainability Audio Production Awards 2024: Best New Voice, & Climate Anthem Award 2022 & Lovies Award 2023: Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Past hosts include BBC Wild Isles presenter & Strictly winner Hamza Yassin; 23 year old ornithologist & environmentalist Dr Mya-Rose Craig; and YouTuber City Girl in Nature, and our supporters include RSPB, National Trust, Natural History Museum, Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    Peanut & Crumb
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    23
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Peanut & Crumb
  • Show Website
    Get Birding

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